Sekichu Co (TSE:9976) EV-to-EBITDA: 7.50 (As of Aug. 23, 2026) — 26% Below Median

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TSE:9976 Sekichu Co Ltd TSE:9976
69 GF Score
Price 円1,060.00
GF Value 円1,198.05
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Sekichu Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Sekichu Co TSE:9976 +0.95% 69 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.50 as of Aug. 23, 2026, which is 26% below its 10-year median of 10.07. GuruFocus rates TSE:9976 with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,198.05 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 953 Retail - Cyclical companies, Sekichu Co ranks better than 57.82% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Sekichu Co's enterprise value is 円8,800 Mil. Sekichu Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円1,173 Mil. Therefore, Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.50.

The historical rank and industry rank for Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

TSE:9976' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -7.72   Med: 10.07   Max: 41.23
Current: 7.5

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Sekichu Co was 41.23. The lowest was -7.72. And the median was 10.07.

TSE:9976's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
57.82% of 953 companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.64 vs TSE:9976: 7.50

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-23), Sekichu Co's stock price is 円1060.00. Sekichu Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円81.240. Therefore, Sekichu Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.05.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Sekichu Co  (TSE:9976) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Sekichu Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=1060.00/81.240
=13.05

Sekichu Co's share price for today is 円1060.00.
Sekichu Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円81.240.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Sekichu Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Sekichu Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Sekichu Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Sekichu Co Annual Data
Trend Feb17 Feb18 Feb19 Feb20 Feb21 Feb22 Feb23 Feb24 Feb25 Feb26
EV-to-EBITDA
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Sekichu Co Quarterly Data
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TSE:9976 vs HD, LOW, FND: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Home Improvement Retail subindustry, Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Sekichu Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


TSE:9976
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Sekichu Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=8800.461/1173.143
=7.50

Sekichu Co's current Enterprise Value is 円8,800 Mil.
Sekichu Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was 円1,173 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.50 mean?
Sekichu Co (TSE:9976) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.50 as of Aug. 23, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Sekichu Co. This is 26% below median its historical median of 10.07. According to the industry distribution chart, Sekichu Co ranks #402 out of 953 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 42.2%.
Is Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Sekichu Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.50 is 26% below median its 10-year median of 10.07. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64. Sekichu Co's value of 7.50 is 13.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sekichu Co ranks #402 out of 953 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Sekichu Co has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sekichu Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to HD and LOW?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Sekichu Co ranks #402 out of 953 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Sekichu Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64. Sekichu Co's value of 7.50 is 13.2% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.07 vs. the industry median of 8.64, Sekichu Co has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 8.64, based on 953 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Sekichu Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.50 is 13.2% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Sekichu Co. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sekichu Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.50, which is 26% below median its own 10-year median of 10.07. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sekichu Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sekichu Co (TSE:9976) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,198.05, compared to a current price of 円1,060.00 — trading 11.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.50, which is 26% below median its 10-year median of 10.07 and 13.2% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.64. Sekichu Co's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Sekichu Co (TSE:9976), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.50 as of Aug. 23, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Sekichu Co (TSE:9976) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sekichu Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円1,060.00 is trading 11.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,198.05. GuruFocus considers Sekichu Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9976:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 7.50 (26% below median its 10-year median of 10.07)
  • GF Value™: 円1,198.05 vs. price of 円1,060.00 (11.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 13.2% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#402 of 953)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9976 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sekichu Co Business Description

Address 4531-1 Kuragano-cho, Gunma Prefecture, Takasaki, JPN, 370-1201
Sekichu Co Ltd operates do-it-yourself stores, which provide wood, household items, housing materials, paints, gardening, plants, exteriors, and pet supplies. It also provides utensils, car articles, bicycles, and sports and leisure-time articles. The company operates in two segments, which include the Home Center Business handles a wide range of lifestyle-related products, including DIY supplies, household goods, car accessories, bicycles, leisure goods, and more. The Real Estate Leasing Business involves leasing real estate owned and managed by the company, as well as planning, constructing, and managing commercial facilities.
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